Events

Webinar: Online 

Wednesday 30th April 2025 | 01:00 - 02:30am (UK) and 9:30 am - 11:00 am (Adelaide, Australia) 

Join us for an International research seminar with Dr Lynette Washington (University of South Australia) with a host of academics showing their research in Place Management. 

Webinar: Online

Hybrid: Thursday 8th May l 2025 | 15:00 - 16:30

Join Ian Harvey and a series of speakers to discuss how to ensure that high streets and town centres are fully aligned and embedded in the wider devolution discussion.

Online: Wednesday 14th May 2025 | 11am

IPM Members: £100 | Non - IPM Members £300 

The masterclass will define place marketing and communication, share ideas and practices of effective place branding and explore their contribution to successful place leadership and transformation. You will join peers to examine different aspects of place communication in the physical and digital context, and hear from experts on effective practices and examples from across the sector.

Delivered by the Centre for Enterprise at Manchester Metropolitan University. 

This small business leadership course includes a combination of online and face-to-face sessions, 1-to-1 mentoring and peer networking.

Delivered by small business experts across 12 weeks, the 50-hour course is designed to fit around real life, so you'll be developing your knowledge and skills while continuing to work in your business.

Webinar: Online

Hybrid: 2nd June l 2025 | 15:00 - 16:30

A webinar to discuss the House of Lords report 6 months after the release.  Join Ian Harvey, Dr Lucy Montague and  panel of speakers to talk through the accomplishments and how Government thinking continues to evolve in the UK.

In Person event

Thursday 12th June 2025 | 15:30 - 17:00

(Business School, Manchester Metropolitan University)

IPM's research seminars are a chance for place researchers and academics to share the latest developments and findings from their work. It's a chance for practitioners and policy makers to hear the latest thinking on place, from big ideas like over-tourism, culture and atmosphere, and place partnerships to studies of real place interventions and activities. 

In Person Event : Manchester 

Tuesday 17th June 2025 | 10:00 - 15:00

The Place Platform Symposium is an esteemed academic event dedicated to exploring the multifaceted concept of "place." This symposium serves as a vibrant forum for researchers, scholars, and practitioners to present and discuss cutting-edge research and innovative ideas related to place-based studies.

Webinar: Online

Hybrid: Tuesday 15th July 2025 | 12:00 - 13:00

Join our "Making the Most of Your Membership" webinar to unlock the full potential of your benefits! Discover exclusive resources, networking opportunities, and tips to maximize your experience. Don't miss this chance to enhance your membership and connect with fellow members.